1997 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 67

PASS-Key@ Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key is a passive theft-deterrent system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. When the PASS-Key system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter won't work and fuel won't go to the engine. If someone tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time, the shutdown period will start over again. This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets inan attempt to make a match. The key must be cleanand dry before it's inserted inthe ignition or the engine may not start. If the SECURITY light comes on, the key may be dirty or wet. If this happens and the starter won't work, turn the ignition off.Clean and dry the key, wait three minutes and try again. If the starter still won't work, wait three minutes and try the other ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuses (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index). If the starter won't work with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your Chevrolet dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key. ' PASS-Key uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. 2-18